A former Liverpool teammate of the late football star Diogo Jota has made a sensational claim that the beloved striker privately admitted he “didn’t trust” certain members of his own family — a revelation that has left football fans across England stunned.
Speaking exclusively under the condition of anonymity, the ex-teammate revealed that Jota voiced his concerns just months before his untimely death.
“He told me he felt some people close to him weren’t there for love — only for what they could get,” the former teammate said. “It clearly weighed on him, but he didn’t want to start a public scandal.”
Tensions Behind the Scenes
Sources close to the Jota family say friction began to surface following the player’s lucrative new contract and a string of high-profile sponsorship deals. According to insiders, disputes over property, investments, and financial control quietly fractured relationships behind closed doors.
Some close to the situation believe this private mistrust may explain why certain relatives were shockingly excluded from Jota’s will and inheritance — a decision that sparked intense public debate after his passing.
Fans React with Heartbreak
Liverpool supporters have flooded social media with messages of sympathy and sorrow.
One heartbroken fan wrote:
“He gave us everything on the pitch. To know he was struggling with betrayal off it is devastating.”
Unanswered Questions
Authorities have not confirmed whether these family tensions form part of any ongoing investigation into the circumstances of Jota’s death. However, the bombshell revelation adds yet another twist to the mystery surrounding the final months of the Portuguese forward’s life.
For now, fans are left to reconcile the image of a smiling, committed footballer with the reality of a man quietly battling deep personal mistrust — a story that has shaken both the football world and the nation.